Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Kobalt has recalled about 150,000 40-volt battery-powered chainsaws because contacts on the saw’s power switch can weld, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If there are trees on or near your property, odds are you'll need a chainsaw at some point. Trimming and felling trees, or cutting apart ...

Editor's Note 9/30/2025: We evaluated this article to make sure our selections are still in stock. We are also evaluating some new saws, including a full-size DeWalt model, and will add detailed ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson compares gas versus battery chainsaws for performance in the shop and yard.

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